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Avon Park Cutoff Road bridge replacement
Summary
A failing bridge over Bowling Creek is getting designed for replacement as a concrete box culvert. The big open question: how to keep traffic moving during construction when there's no good detour.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
$345,036 for design now; construction costs to come back to the board later.
✅Who benefits
Drivers who rely on Avon Park Cutoff Road get a safe bridge eventually.
⚠️Who could be affected
Residents may face road closures during construction given limited detour options.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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